Philly Beer Week is Back!!

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On Friday, May 31, Opening Tap ceremonies will commence at 7 p.m. with the traditional ‘first tap’ by Mayor Michael Nutter, held outside, on Independence Mall, adjacent to the Independence Visitor Center (1 North Independence Mall West.)   The ceremony is free and those waiting to enter the main affair will be in prime position to watch the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Brew-vitational awards as well as see Mayor Nutter slinging the PBW keg mallet (affectionately known as the Hammer of Glory, or HOG) to release PBW’s first drops of Brotherly Suds 4, the local collaborative beer of PBW 2013. 

Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. for a strolling beer tasting of more than 30 regional breweries on two levels.  General admission costs $45 per person and will include a souvenir tasting glass.  VIP tickets costs $90 per person and will include some of the region’s most unique beers from its very best breweries, a tasty food buffet and other surprises.  Both tickets can be purchased online (click to buy).  The event sold out last year, and tickets will not be available at the door. 

Confirmed breweries include:

  • Appalachian

  • Box Car Brewing

  • The Brew Works

  • Dogfish Head

  • Dock Street

  • Evil Genius

  • Flying Fish

  • Free Will

  • Full Pint

  • Home Sweet Homebrew

  • Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant

  • Keystone Homebrew

  • Lancaster Brewing Company

  • Lion Brewery

  • Manayunk Brewery & Restaurant

  • Nodding Head

  • Philadelphia Brewing Company

  • Prism

  • River Horse

  • Rock Bottom

  • Round Guys Brewing

  • Samuel Adams

  • Shawnee Craft Brewing

  • Sly Fox

  • Stoudts Brewing Company

  • Straub Brewery

  • Triumph 

  • Troegs

  • Victory

  • Weyerbacher

  • Yards

  • Yuengling

Beer drinkers will get a first taste of Brotherly Suds 4, an English summer ale with a zesty citrus hop.  The collaboration beer will be brewed this year at Yards by Tom Kehoe, Bill Covaleski of Victory, Gordon Grubb of Nodding Head, Mark Edelson of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant and Gene Muller of Flying Fish. 

Beer friendly food will be available for purchase on site from Max & Me Catering.  There will also be live music by The Flathead Gang.  Attendees must be at least 21 years of age, and no children will be admitted.  Those who will be acting as designated drivers can attend the Opening Tap for $15 per person, including complimentary soft drinks and a PBW DD t-shirt.

To purchase tickets or to find out more inofmration visit: http://www.phillybeerweek.org/

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Leftover Spinach Salad Omelet

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The other day I ordered a Spinach salad.  In this salad there was chicken, feta cheese, purple onions, mushrooms and tomatoes.  It’s a delicious salad and I don’t like things going to waste.  I had leftovers the next day and I wanted to make something different.  I went for an omelet and it turned out great.  I had enough salad to make a large omelet for my husband and I.  Take 5 eggs, and beat them well, added some salt and pepper to taste.  Then I placed 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet on medium high heat.  I poured the beaten eggs into the skillet, and made sure that alot of the runny egg was spread well around the pan.  Then I placed the leftover spinach salad on to the omelet,  and folded the omelet over. (It will look like a big taco).  I know alot of us don’t like to waste food and sometimes get bored with eating the same thing the next day; so why not jazz it up. Enjoy!

97.5 FM The Fanatic Contest Winner

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A Sports Radio station here in Philadelphia, PA, called the Fanatic, was having a contest last Friday. The contest was for Mother’s Day recipes.  I decided to enter with my Chicken and Gorgonzola Penne dish.  The other finalists’ dishes that were featured were Cheesesteak Soup, Risotto and a Pistachio Cake.  It was a pleasure going up against these great people and their dishes.  But I guess the creamyness of my dish with the chicken, gorgonzola, parm cheese, parsley and shiitake mushrooms brought it home.  Homemade Delish was the winner of the contest, winning some amazing prizes.

I feel honored and wanted to thank 97.5fm The Fanatic, Bruno and Mayes show and Steven Singer jewelers.

The Light Grape

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I know there are a lot of Light Wines and Drinks out there now a days to choose from, but I wanted to share with you this lovely wine called The Light Grape that I had the pleasure in sampling.  The Light Grape is a  new wine that is hitting a store near you. I will break down the 4 types.  I am sure you can find one that will satisfy you.  Summer is almost here so the calorie intake is important to some of us.  With only 80 calories per glass, this make a glass of wine enjoyable without the guilt.

White Blend – Fresh fruit flavors with hints of honeysuckle & citrus.  The palate is bright with flavors of citrus and hints of honeysuckle.   It finishes with a crisp clean minerality and lemon zest. 

Chardonnay – Bright with flavors of tropical fruit. The refreshing acidity keeps these extraordinary flavors juicy and light with a smooth finish.

Rose – Rosé, whose French name means “pink” is a delicate and complex wine.  This one is delightfully fruity with flavors of strawberry, watermelon & cherry.

Red Blend – Soft and rich, with flavors of cherry, dark chocolate & blackberries. The palate is plush and plentiful, backed by supple tannins and hints of creamy cocoa and sweet oak on the finish.

I enjoyed all of these wines, and  hope you enjoy as well.  Let me know what you think if you ever try one.  For more information make sure to visit them at http://thelightgrape.com/

Flatbread Pizza

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We all want that easy dish to make here and there.  Flatbreads aren’t just for wraps.  Get creative and make some delicious pizzas with different toppings. From traditional pizza to a sweet and savory.  These little pizzas are great for entertaining as well, if you planning on having a get together, these are great appetizers or you can even make a pizza bar and everyone can create their own. This is such a healthy alternative to your regular pizza. Don’t get me wrong I still love traditional pizza.  I hope you enjoy.  Here are the few that I made…

Ingredients:

1st Pizza:

Baby Arugula

Cooked Salmon (which in this case I had leftovers)

Tartar Sauce

Horseradish (optional)

Tomato Basil Flatbread

2nd Pizza:

Fresh mozzarella

Roasted Red Peppers

Basil

Artichokes

Tomato Basil Flatbread

3rd Pizza:

Fig Jam

Gorgonzola Cheese

Baby Arugula

4th Pizza:

Fresh Mozzarella

Tomatoes

Basil

Preparation for all of the above:

Preheat over to 350 degrees.  Place different toppings on to flatbreads. Drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil, Black Peppercorn (optional) and place in oven for about 5 to 8 minutes untill cheese has melted.

 

 

Burger Brawl!!!

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I think I need to go on a diet after Sunday’s Burger Brawl.  There were over 20 delicious burgers with their own unique twist.  Also offered were little yummy cocktails. The judges had a hard job to do.  I tried a lot of the burgers and I have to say the 2 of my favorites were the one with a fried egg and one with an english muffin.  I hope YOU can attend this event next year, just make sure to wear loose clothes.  Enjoy the photos.

People Choice goes to:

Lucky’s: A special meat blend, creamy peanut butter, thick-cut bacon with their homemade jelly on the side

Judge’s Winner:

Fat Jack’s winning entry: A thick juicy burger made with angus chuck brisket and ribeye, seasoned with a special blend of seasonings and topped with homemade BBQ sauce, cheddar jack cheese 18-hour hickory smoked texas beef brisket, Carolina pulled pork, sauteed onions, Kentucky slaw, Memphis dry rub and a dill pickle on top. They call it Fat Jack’s Ultimate Memphis Mauler Burger.

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Taste of the Nation

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Taste of the Nation is one of my favorite events.  This event brings out the best in what this City has to offer from Chefs, Mixologists, and foodies.  We all gather together here to stop childhood hunger.  So many children suffer from hunger and it affects them in every way.  No child should be without food and it’s important for people to find out more about No Kid Hungry. This organization helps educate and raise awareness.

This event took place in the beautiful Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia, Pa.  I had the pleasure of enjoying the VIP hour with friends.  The food as always is outstanding.  There were some delicious cocktails that were a hit as well;  Also a silent auction which made it fun for guests to bid on some amazing things.

It was nice to see Marc Summers, a huge supporter of  No Kid Hungry, and a couple other local celebrities working together on this cause.  All of this amazing food that we were enjoying, made me stop and think of all these kids.  Last year Taste of the nation in Philadelphia, Pa raised 40,000 dollars. 

I really hope people will take the time to learn more about this cause and to attend a Taste of the Nation near you.

As always I hope you enjoy the photos and try not to eat the computer. :)

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Philly Burger Brawl

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The Third Annual Philadelphia Burger Brawl. The event will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2013, from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at the Fleisher Art Memorial, located on 719 Catherine Street in South Philadelphia. More than twenty of the city’s top burger chefs compete to see which burger is the best.  The invitation only event sells out annually and more than 700 attendees are expected. Marc Summers will emcee the event. 

Participants for 2013 include:  10 Arts Bistro & Lounge, 500 Degrees, AllaSpina, Barbuzzo, Butcher and Singer, The Capital Grille, The Corner, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, The Dandelion, Fat Jack’s BBQ, Chef George Sabatino, Good Dog Bar, The Industry, Kennett, London Grill, Lucky’s Last Chance, Misconduct Tavern, Percy Street Barbecue, Rex 1516, Rouge, Shake Shack, Silk City, South Philadelphia Tap Room, Spencer ETA Burger and Table 31 (to date, list incomplete). Wasserman’s restaurants, 500 Degrees and Rouge will offer burgers, but do not take part in the competition. Past winners include Jen Carroll from Ten Arts and Michael McNally from London Grill in 2011 and David Wiederholt from The Capital Grille and Bobby Flay from Bobby’s Burger Palace in 2012. Prizes are awarded for Judges’ and People’s Choice. Tickets to the Third Annual Philadelphia Burger Brawl include Burger tastings from all participating restaurants, cocktails from Jim Beam, beer tastings from Dogfish Head brewery, Rita’s Water Ice, Krispy Kreme doughnuts and more.  Children under 10 are admitted free with a ticketed adult.

New to the 2013 Burger Brawl is a bartender competition featuring Jim Beam Jacob’s Ghost White Whiskey. Bartenders from Butcher and Singer, The Capital Grille, The Corner, The Dandelion, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, Ela, The Industry, Jamonera, Kennett, London Grill, Misconduct Tavern, Rouge will mix inventive cocktails with the spirit. The top recipe will be chosen by event-goers. The winning bartender will receive $750 from Southern Wine & Spirits.

For more information and ticket purchase visit http://www.phillyburgerbrawl.com/